By: Various
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 25, April 20, 1880 is a charming collection of stories, articles, and illustrations aimed at a young audience. The magazine features a mix of educational content, fiction, and non-fiction pieces, making it an engaging read for children.
The stories are well-written and entertaining, with themes ranging from adventure and mystery to history and nature. Children will surely find something to capture their interest within the pages of this magazine.
The illustrations are also a standout feature of Harper's Young People, adding visual appeal to the stories and bringing them to life for young readers. The combination of engaging text and vibrant artwork makes for a truly enjoyable reading experience.
Overall, Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 25, April 20, 1880 is a delightful publication that is sure to entertain and educate children of all ages. It is a valuable resource for parents and educators looking to provide enriching reading material for young readers. Book Description: Harper's Young People is an illustrated weekly publication for children that includes short stories, tales from history, natural history, poetry, puzzles, and other fun. This 25th issue of the serial was published on April 20th, 1880 and in its pages it contains the continuing tales of a young sailor as he plays witness to a great sea hunt and comes into port for the first time, the history of George Washington's life from his marriage and acquisition of Mount Vernon to his appointment as general of the Continental Army, a first-hand account of a bee's mansion tour from their human dinner guest, a visit to the magical grotto where you can swim in the sky and cup silver in the palm of your hand, the story of a pioneer's unexpected wrestling match, and much more. This periodical was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle
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